DRX vs Paper Rex (PRX) - VCT 2023 Masters Tokyo playoffs: Predictions, livestream details, and more

VCT Masters Tokyo started on June 11, 2023. After three intensive days of group-stage matches, the tournament playoffs began on June 16, 2023. The eight shortlisted teams will fight tooth and nail with their eyes set on the prize — a fantastic trophy and the lion's share of $1,000,000. The winning side will also earn their region an extra seat at Champions 2023, to be held in Los Angeles.

Day 2 of the VCT Masters Tokyo playoffs will host two matches, the second featuring DRX (South Korea) and Paper Rex (Singapore). The two have played each other multiple times, with three matches in this tournament season alone. The winner will play against either Fnatic or NRG Esports.

DRX vs PRX - Who will win the second match on Day 2 of VCT Masters Tokyo playoffs?

Predictions

In both of Paper Rex's wins against DRX, the latter's young prodigy, Foxy9, was on the bench. Although not certain, it can be gleaned that Foxy9's firepower is one of the key win conditions for DRX.

While Zest is an excellent player, his performance in VCT 2023 so far has been suboptimal compared to the team's star player. With a veteran like "something" in the opponent squad, they must match up in terms of sheer aim to stand a chance.

Both DRX and Paper Rex are largely familiar with each other, so unless either team decides to overturn their playbook and bring out something absolutely novel, the result will come down to whose aim sits better. In that case, the series leans (even if slightly) toward Paper Rex.

Head-to-head

DRX and Paper Rex have been longstanding rivals for the spot of the best Valorant team in Asia. They faced each other thrice in the recent VCT Pacific League, where the Singaporean squad came out on top in the last two matches.

Recent results

Paper Rex has only lost a single series since something joined the squad. Their last two matches were against DRX, both going the way of the #WGaming squad.

DRX has been looking slightly shaky since they lost to Paper Rex in the final matches of VCT Pacific League. The side suffered a loss against Evil Geniuses but managed to keep their footing in the tournament with a win against FUT Esports.

Potential lineups

Where to watch

You can watch the match live on the official Twitch and YouTube channels of the Valorant Champions Tour. There will also be broadcasts in regional languages on the respective regional VCT channels. If you are a fan of additional banter and commentary, diving into a watch party hosted by a popular streamer or player can be a good idea.

DRX clashes with Paper Rex on June 17, 2023, at 11:00 pm PT (previous day) / 8:00 am CET / 11:30 am IST / 3:00 pm JST. For the full playoffs schedule, you can visit here.

About the author

Abhipsito is an Esports and Gaming Journalist at Sportskeeda. A self-identified pop culture enthusiast, he spends his time thinking, reading, doing theatre, watching films, or trying to wiggle his way out of Valorant elo-hell.

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